CROSS QUESTIONING!!!

Afghanistan

Topic: Digital Exploitation and Access

“Given that the Taliban regime has restricted internet access for women
and actively censors online platforms, how does the delegation of
Afghanistan propose addressing digital exploitation when women and girls
in your country don’t even have the freedom to access digital platforms in
the first place?”

Follow-up (if they try to use religion or 'cultural preservation' as

an excuse):
“Would the delegation then argue that cultural preservation justifies the
systemic silencing of women, even at the cost of their fundamental rights
to safety, education, and autonomy?”

Topic: Deepfake Violence

“While deepfake abuse is largely a digital concern, it relies on the

presence of female public figures, influencers, or users online—how does
Afghanistan plan to combat this issue when women are barred from
participating in public digital life to begin with? Or is the delegation
suggesting that eliminating women from online spaces is your country’s
solution to deepfake violence?”

(This is bait. If they say yes or defend it, they dig themselves into a very
dark hole.)

Topic: Abortion Restrictions

“Considering that Afghanistan has one of the strictest abortion laws in the
world, with no legal access even in cases of rape or incest, how does the
delegation defend this policy given the high rates of child marriage and
gender-based violence within its borders?”

Follow-up (if they get defensive or try to talk about ‘family

values’):
“How do ‘family values’ align with forcing young girls who are victims of
abuse to carry pregnancies to term?”
Argentina

Topic: Abortion Rights (Big One)

“While Argentina made significant progress by legalizing abortion in 2020,

under the current Milei administration, there have been repeated attempts
to undermine reproductive rights and dismantle feminist institutions. Can
the delegation confirm whether Argentina still upholds those protections—
or are we witnessing a political backslide under the guise of 'economic
reform'?”

Follow-up (if they say ‘no no we still support abortion rights’):

“Then how does the delegation explain Milei’s proposal to shut down the
Ministry of Women, Gender and Diversity—a body responsible for
upholding these rights?”

Topic: Digital Exploitation and Online Gender-Based Violence

“Argentina has a growing tech space, but online harassment—particularly

targeting women journalists, activists, and public figures—continues to
rise. How does the delegation reconcile its progressive image with the
increasing impunity for digital gender-based violence, especially when
state efforts to combat it have weakened since late 2023?”

Follow-up (to corner them gently):

“Would the delegation be open to a resolution clause pushing for regional
cooperation on online gender protections, perhaps through MERCOSUR
frameworks?”

Topic: Shift in Gender Policy

“In what ways is Argentina working to ensure continuity of feminist policy,

given the ideological pivot of its current government? Does the delegation
acknowledge the concerns raised by national women’s rights groups
about threats to hard-won freedoms?”

Soft Diplomatic Jab (great for GSL):

“While the delegation of Argentina has historically championed women’s

rights, is it prepared to admit that democracy is not a static achievement
—and that rights once granted can be just as easily revoked without
international pressure and accountability?”

Australia

Topic: Deepfake Abuse and Tech Regulation

“Australia has acknowledged deepfake pornography as a threat, but

enforcement remains weak—especially with AI content spreading faster
than it can be removed. How does the delegation plan to close this
enforcement gap, particularly given that Australia’s eSafety Commissioner
has no real power to compel platforms based outside the country?”

Follow-up (to escalate):

“Would the delegation support international binding mechanisms on tech
companies, or does it prefer to let Big Tech self-regulate—despite clear
evidence that that’s failed women time and again?”

Topic: Online Harassment and Gendered Hate

“Australia has among the highest rates of online abuse against women in
politics and media. Indigenous women especially face double the
harassment. How does the delegation plan to build inclusive digital safety
mechanisms that don’t just serve white, urban, privileged demographics?”

Topic: Abortion Access (not illegal, but still unequal)

“While abortion is legal across Australia, the access is still heavily

dependent on geography and income—rural women, migrant women, and
those in conservative territories face real barriers. Is the delegation willing
to admit that legality without accessibility is an incomplete victory?”

Topic: Gender Policy Shifts

“Australia often positions itself as a gender-progressive nation, but the

2023 Gender Equality Action Plan faced significant backlash, and progress
has since slowed. Will the delegation reaffirm its commitment to forward-
looking gender policies, or is Australia becoming complacent in its
privilege?”
Diplomatic Pinch (can be used as a general push):

“Would the delegation agree that leadership in digital feminist policy

requires not just reactive safety tools, but proactive structural change—
particularly in how tech spaces are designed and monetized?”

Topic: Deepfake Violence & Tech Policy

“Belgium is part of the EU AI Act initiative, which aims to regulate harmful

uses of AI like deepfakes. But regulation alone isn’t enforcement. How
does the delegation plan to ensure that deepfake perpetrators are held
accountable swiftly—especially when EU laws often move too slowly to
respond to evolving online abuse?”

Follow-up (dig into hypocrisy):

“Does the delegation believe that a rights-based digital framework is
effective if women still fear reporting such abuse due to stigma, police
inaction, or lack of digital literacy?”

Topic: Migrant Women & Online Violence

“Belgium has seen a rise in anti-immigrant rhetoric online, and migrant

women—especially Muslim women—are disproportionately targeted with
hate speech and surveillance. How does the delegation address the fact
that digital feminism in your country often excludes women of colour and
non-citizens?”

If they dodge it or say ‘Belgium is very inclusive’:

“Then why did the Belgian Equal Opportunities Centre report increasing
Islamophobic digital abuse cases in 2023 with little follow-up action?”

Topic: Abortion

“Belgium allows abortion up to 12 weeks, but it’s still in the criminal code.
Women must undergo a mandatory six-day ‘reflection period.’ Doesn’t
that reflect underlying distrust in women’s ability to make their own
reproductive decisions—and contradict the idea of full bodily autonomy?”

Brazil

Topic: Deepfake Violence & Online Abuse

“Brazil has the second highest rate of non-consensual intimate image

sharing in Latin America. Given the lack of fast response mechanisms and
tech literacy in rural areas, how does the delegation plan to address
digital abuse beyond just urban or middle-class populations?”

Follow-up (if they mention current legislation):

“And how effective has the ‘Lei Carolina Dieckmann’ been in practice,
considering the flood of AI-generated content and the lag in victim support
systems?”

Topic: Intersectionality & Marginalized Women

“Black and Indigenous Brazilian women are disproportionately affected by

online hate speech and digital surveillance, yet underrepresented in
national policy discussions. How does the delegation plan to make digital
feminist protections actually inclusive?”

If they start to list government initiatives vaguely:

“Would the delegation support an international clause mandating
disaggregated data collection—by race, class, geography—to address
these very gaps?”

Topic: Abortion Rights (Illegal Except in 3 Cases)

“Brazil permits abortion only in cases of rape, danger to life, or

anencephaly, but recent proposed laws aim to criminalize abortion even
for child rape victims. How does the delegation explain this regression in
reproductive rights, especially when public outrage has highlighted the
trauma these girls face?”

Sharp follow-up:
“Isn’t this an example of digital silence being weaponized—where even
speaking out online about reproductive rights can get women harassed or
criminalized?”

Topic: Bolsonaro Era & Policy Continuity

“Much damage was done to gender policy under the previous Bolsonaro
administration, including the defunding of women’s health programs and
dismantling of gender education. What specific reforms has Brazil enacted
since 2023 to reverse these—and how does the delegation ensure lasting
change in a politically volatile environment?”

Canada
Topic: Deepfake Violence & Tech Platforms

“Canada has strong digital literacy programs, but as a tech-forward

country, it also hosts many platforms where deepfake abuse originates.
What responsibility does the delegation of Canada place on itself for not
enforcing stricter regulation of these companies?”

Follow-up if they try to say ‘we’re working on it’:

“Then how does the delegation explain why Canada’s Online Harms Bill
has been stalled for over three years—despite increasing cases of AI-
generated sexual violence against women and minors?”

Topic: Indigenous Women & Digital Exclusion

“The MMIWG (Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls) crisis in
Canada has been called a genocide by your own national inquiry. How is
the delegation ensuring that digital spaces are being used for safety, not
surveillance, of Indigenous women—especially considering data gaps and
algorithmic biases that erase them online?”

Sharp jab (if they act performative):

“Is the delegation willing to admit that a country cannot lead global
feminist policy while failing to protect the most vulnerable women within
its own borders?”

Topic: Abortion

“Abortion is legal and publicly funded in Canada, but access is incredibly

unequal—especially in rural areas and some provinces like New
Brunswick. How does the delegation plan to bridge this urban-rural divide
so that legality doesn’t become performative?”

If they say ‘telehealth’ is the solution:

“Telehealth only works if women have access to secure, private internet
and the knowledge to navigate online systems. What provisions exist for
underprivileged women who fall through that digital gap?”

Topic: Gendered Disinformation & Harassment

“Canada saw multiple female politicians and journalists face coordinated

digital harassment campaigns in the last few years, especially women of
colour. What is Canada doing to build online systems that aren’t just
reactive, but proactive—designed with safety in mind from the ground
up?”
China

Topic: Digital Exploitation & Surveillance

“Given that China’s online platforms are under intense state surveillance,
and censorship disproportionately targets feminist voices, how does the
delegation justify its claim to digital safety when the state itself controls
and limits women’s expression?”

Follow-up (if they deflect or cite ‘public order’):

“Is the delegation suggesting that advocating for women’s rights online
constitutes a threat to public order?”

Topic: Suppression of Feminist Activism

“Several prominent Chinese feminists have been arrested or silenced

online, and Weibo posts related to the #MeToo movement were deleted
within hours. How does the delegation reconcile this with the idea of
empowering women digitally, when even online discussion of gender
violence is criminalized?”

Bonus sting (if they claim there’s ‘no censorship’):

“Then how does the delegation explain the arrest of activists like Huang
Xueqin, and the systematic banning of hashtags related to sexual
harassment?”

Topic: Deepfake Violence

“Deepfake abuse has been a growing issue in China, especially on

domestic platforms like Bilibili and Douyin. Yet there is still no
comprehensive victim-centered legal framework. Does the delegation plan
to take accountability for the online harms facilitated by platforms it
actively controls?”

If they go vague about ‘draft laws’ or tech development:

“Would the delegation support international cooperation on AI-related
sexual abuse laws, even if that means allowing some foreign oversight or
transparency on domestic platforms?”

(That last part? Triggers them. Because transparency = threat.)

Topic: Abortion Rights & Gender Policy

“While abortion is technically legal in China, recent policy shifts—like

discouraging abortions for unmarried women—suggest growing state
control over female bodies. How does the delegation respond to concerns
that this reflects a demographic strategy, not gender equity?”

If they bring up declining birth rates (they will):

“Then is the delegation prepared to admit that women's autonomy is
being sacrificed for state interests?”

Colombia

Topic: Deepfake & Online Abuse

“Colombia ranks among the top Latin American countries for online sexual
violence, yet prosecution remains rare. What is the delegation doing to
ensure victims of AI-generated sexual abuse receive real-time justice,
especially in regions where digital literacy is low and law enforcement
corrupt or inactive?”

If they deflect with general awareness campaigns:

“Is awareness enough when the state offers neither protection nor
prosecution to survivors who speak out online?”

Topic: Rural & Marginalized Women in Digital Policy

“Much of Colombia’s digital gender policy focuses on urban zones—yet

rural women, Indigenous women, and former conflict zone communities
face tech gaps and targeted harassment. How does the delegation ensure
these women are included in both digital access and protection?”

Sharp dig (if they claim inclusivity):

“Then why do internet penetration and online safety tools remain so
disproportionately low in regions like Chocó or La Guajira?”

Topic: Abortion Rights

“Colombia decriminalized abortion up to 24 weeks in 2022—a milestone—

but practical access remains a major issue due to stigma, medical
pushback, and lack of rural clinics. How does the delegation plan to turn
legal progress into actual, equitable access—especially for Indigenous and
Afro-Colombian women?”

If they say it’s a ‘cultural issue’ or still developing:

“Does the delegation believe that state healthcare should wait on culture
to evolve—or should it lead the way in ensuring universal rights?”

Topic: Gender-Based Violence and Digital Silence

“Female journalists, activists, and human rights defenders in Colombia

face both physical and digital threats—including doxxing, threats of sexual
violence, and surveillance. How is Colombia ensuring online safety when
offline protection mechanisms have repeatedly failed?”

Czechia

Topic: Deepfake Abuse & Online Gender Violence

“While Czechia participates in broader EU digital safety efforts, it lacks

specific national laws against deepfake pornography or non-consensual
image sharing. In a country with rising far-right digital spaces, how does
the delegation plan to protect women when legal frameworks remain
outdated?”

Follow-up (if they say ‘we follow EU policy’):

“Then does the delegation admit that deferring to EU regulation means
Czech women have no domestic recourse for emerging digital harms?”

Topic: Digital Feminism Suppressed by Conservative Backlash

“There has been a sharp increase in online harassment targeting

feminists, LGBTQ+ activists, and female politicians in Czechia over the
past five years. What mechanisms does the delegation have to protect
these women when even government officials have downplayed the
threat?”

If they try to deny the backlash:

“Would the delegation like to comment on the Czech Senate’s recent
refusal to support gender-focused education policies, citing fears of
‘gender ideology’?”

Topic: Abortion Rights

“Abortion is legal in Czechia, but a 2023 proposal sought to limit access
for foreign women and introduce waiting periods. Does the delegation
believe restricting healthcare access for migrant women aligns with
international commitments to equality and bodily autonomy?”

Sharp sting (especially good in rebuttal):

“How does the delegation reconcile this with the Czech Republic’s
endorsement of the Istanbul Convention—which explicitly calls for equal
healthcare access without discrimination?”

Topic: Inclusion & Representation

“Digital gender policy in Czechia has consistently excluded Roma women

and migrant women, who face higher rates of online harassment and
lower internet literacy. How does the delegation plan to correct a system
that only serves the privileged and majority ethnic group?”

If they act confused or overly confident:

“Is the delegation aware that a lack of disaggregated gender data in
digital spaces is actively contributing to these gaps?”

Denmark

Topic: Digital Abuse & Hate Speech

“Denmark has strong free speech protections—but these have often

allowed Islamophobic, misogynistic content to thrive online, especially
targeting Muslim women who wear the hijab. How does the delegation
plan to balance free expression with actual safety for women in
marginalized communities?”

Follow-up (if they deflect with ‘EU standards’ or vague tech

policy):
“Then why has Denmark repeatedly been cited in reports—such as
Amnesty International’s—for failing to respond adequately to hate speech
targeting racial and religious minority women online?”

Topic: Deepfake & AI Harassment

“Denmark is among the leading developers of AI in Europe, but its

gendered digital harassment policies are reactive rather than preventive.
What steps is the delegation taking to build pre-emptive AI governance
that stops gender-based abuse before it spreads?”

If they say AI tools help fight abuse:

“Would the delegation agree that the same AI tools can also be—and have
been—used to silence women, especially through data bias and facial
recognition tools misused by police forces?”

Topic: Gender Equality & Welfare Cuts

“Denmark’s shift toward neoliberal policies has included welfare reforms

that disproportionately impact single mothers and migrant women. How
does the delegation reconcile this with its feminist image?”

If they deny any regression:

“Then can the delegation explain the rise in Danish women relying on food
banks over the last three years—many of whom report that digital
systems to apply for aid are difficult to navigate and ignore intersectional
needs?”

Topic: Abortion Rights (Legal but Under Pressure)

“While abortion has been legal in Denmark since 1973, recent discussions
around shortening the gestational limit or pushing for increased parental
involvement for minors suggest a slow ideological shift. Does the
delegation see this as a threat to reproductive autonomy?”

Dominican Republic

Topic: Abortion Rights (One of the Worst in the World)

“Dominican Republic is one of the few countries where abortion is entirely

criminalized—even in cases of rape, incest, or risk to the mother’s life.
How does the delegation justify this absolute denial of reproductive
autonomy, and what impact does it believe this has on women’s digital
activism and mental health?”

If they say “cultural or religious values”:

“Is the delegation prepared to admit that prioritizing tradition over bodily
autonomy directly endangers lives—and silences online feminist advocacy
through fear and criminalization?”

Topic: Deepfake Violence & Digital Harassment

“Online gender-based violence has increased sharply in the Dominican
Republic—especially targeting women in politics and media. What
legislative protections exist for victims of deepfake pornography or non-
consensual image sharing?”

If they mention cybercrime laws vaguely:

“Cybercrime laws aren’t the same as gender-specific protections. Does the
delegation believe women deserve legislation tailored to their lived digital
realities?”

Topic: Digital Divide & Marginalization

“Dominican Republic has one of the widest digital literacy and access gaps
in the region—particularly affecting rural women and Afro-Caribbean
communities. How does the delegation plan to ensure that any digital
feminist policy actually reaches the women most at risk?”

Follow-up (especially good in a working paper negotiation):

“Would the delegation support clauses pushing for state investment in
community-based digital literacy programs for women outside the
capital?”

Topic: Censorship & Free Speech

“Reports suggest that feminist activists speaking out online against

gender violence and abortion laws face online harassment and police
intimidation. Does the delegation consider this a violation of digital rights
—and what protections, if any, are offered to them?”

For GSL or Public Forum:

“Rights denied in real life echo online. In the Dominican Republic, women
are denied control over their own bodies, silenced for speaking out, and
left vulnerable in digital spaces. Can the delegation still claim to support
women’s rights in any meaningful sense?”

Egypt

Topic: Digital Surveillance & Criminalization of Women

“Egypt has prosecuted women—especially TikTok creators—for ‘violating

public morals,’ under vague cybercrime laws. How does the delegation
reconcile this with a commitment to digital protection, when women are
being arrested not for crimes, but for existing online in ways the state
disapproves of?”

If they say it's to protect culture or morality:

“Is the delegation suggesting that morality justifies gender-based
censorship and imprisonment, even when no harm has been committed?”

Topic: Deepfake & Non-Consensual Media

“With increasing reports of women being blackmailed or shamed using

edited or deepfake content, what mechanisms exist in Egypt to protect
victims—especially when the same legal system tends to blame them for
‘provoking’ the abuse?”

Follow-up if they try to deflect to general cybercrime policy:

“How can victims seek justice when their own social media presence is
used against them in court?”

Topic: Reproductive Rights (Heavily Controlled)

“While abortion is not entirely banned in Egypt, it’s highly restricted, and
women face massive stigma and medical gatekeeping. In a country where
even discussing reproductive health online can lead to censorship or
arrest, how does the delegation plan to improve access to safe, factual
information?”

Topic: LGBTQ+ & Online Gendered Violence

“Egyptian authorities have a long-standing record of digitally surveilling

and entrapping LGBTQ+ individuals, especially transgender women. Can
the delegation explain how weaponizing digital spaces to track and punish
women aligns with international standards on digital protection?”

Diplomatic Exposé (for GSL or unmod caucus):

“When digital spaces are policed more harshly than physical ones, when
women are punished more for speaking than men are for harassing—it’s
not protection. It’s persecution. The delegation of Egypt cannot claim to
protect women’s rights online while criminalizing their very presence.”

Ethiopia
Topic: Gendered Violence During Conflict

“During the Tigray conflict, there were widespread reports of sexual

violence used as a weapon of war. Many women who tried to speak out
online were silenced, threatened, or discredited. What has the Ethiopian
government done to protect these women in digital spaces post-conflict?”

Follow-up if they claim it's being addressed:

“Would the delegation acknowledge that without clear online protections,
digital platforms become a second battlefield where survivors are
retraumatized or erased?”

Topic: Deepfake & Disinformation

“Ethiopia has experienced a surge in disinformation campaigns online—

often targeting women activists, journalists, and ethnic minority women.
What safeguards has the delegation implemented to prevent the
weaponization of AI and manipulated media for ethnic or gender-based
harassment?”

If they bring up general anti-disinformation efforts:

“Does the delegation admit that gender-specific abuse requires gender-
specific policies, not just blanket tech regulation?”

Topic: Digital Access & Marginalization

“Internet shutdowns in conflict regions have cut women off from critical
information, emergency services, and support networks. What is the
delegation’s stance on this practice, and how can Ethiopia claim to
support digital empowerment when it cuts off access for women in crisis?”

Diplomatic sting:
“Is the delegation willing to support an international framework that
restricts the use of internet blackouts in ways that harm women's access
to digital safety?”

Topic: Abortion Rights & Reproductive Information

“While abortion is legal in Ethiopia under specific conditions, access is

limited—especially in rural or conflict-affected areas. What steps has the
delegation taken to ensure that women can access reliable reproductive
information online, without censorship or surveillance?”
Finland

Topic: Digital Exploitation in ‘Safe’ Societies

“Finland is widely praised for gender equality, but studies show that
online gender-based harassment is still prevalent, particularly
toward women in politics and journalism. How does the delegation
address this contradiction between global reputation and on-ground digital
hostility?”

If they mention reporting mechanisms or laws:

“Many Finnish women—especially those from migrant or ethnic minority
communities—report that these legal protections are inaccessible or
ineffective in practice. How is the delegation ensuring equity in digital
safety across all demographics?”

Topic: Deepfake & Consent-Based Frameworks

“Finland has not criminalized the creation or possession of non-consensual

deepfake pornography unless it’s shared. Does the delegation
acknowledge that even the act of creating such content is an act of digital
violence against women?”

Follow-up sting:
“Should the burden of justice fall only after a woman’s privacy is violated
publicly—rather than at the point of digital violation itself?”

Topic: Gender Minorities & Online Safety

“Finland has recently improved legal protections for transgender people,

but online hate speech targeting trans and non-binary individuals is still
widespread. How is the delegation ensuring these communities are
digitally protected beyond the legal paperwork?”

Topic: Exporting Digital Policy

“Finland is considered a leader in AI governance and digital policy. Will the

delegation commit to developing a gender-inclusive framework for AI
ethics that can be used globally—especially by less-resourced nations
who face rising digital exploitation but lack infrastructure?”
This frames you as someone pushing Finland to lead better rather than
tearing them down. It’s a diplomatic power move: acknowledging their
strength, then holding them to their own standards.

France

Topic: Deepfake & Digital Exploitation

“France has criminalized deepfakes in specific contexts, but enforcement

remains limited, especially when the content targets women influencers or
public figures. How is the delegation ensuring that digital violations
against women are prosecuted with urgency and consistency?”

If they give a vague answer about legislation:

“Digital violence moves faster than the law. How is France adapting law
enforcement training and tech capacity to actually keep up with the scale
of deepfake abuse?”

Topic: Abortion Rights Flip-Flopping

“France passed a law to enshrine abortion in its constitution this year, but
French politicians and media still platform anti-choice narratives. How
does the delegation reconcile legal protections with a cultural
environment that often vilifies women’s reproductive choices?”

And if they act smug about being ‘better than the US’ or others:
“Shouldn't leadership on reproductive rights mean setting standards,
not just looking better than worse examples?”

Topic: Censorship of Marginalized Voices

“France has come under fire for its crackdown on pro-Palestinian activism
and anti-racism protests online. Women of colour who speak up digitally
face hate speech, bans, or worse. How does the delegation justify this
selective freedom of expression?”

Follow-up punch:
“Is France truly committed to gender-inclusive digital safety, or only when
it doesn’t challenge the state?”

Topic: Exporting AI Ethics, But Ignoring Bias

“France is a loud voice in the global AI conversation. Yet many of its
exported AI systems, like facial recognition, have been proven to hold
racial and gender bias. How is the delegation addressing the gendered
consequences of algorithmic surveillance, especially in urban
policing?”

SOUTH AFRICAAA

“South Africa has one of the highest rates of gender-based

violence. How can you speak on digital violence when real-world
violence is so severe?”

You say:
“Exactly. South Africa’s experience shows how digital violence cannot
be separated from physical violence. The internet becomes an
extension of real-world patriarchy. That’s why we are actively pushing for
an intersectional lens—where fighting digital exploitation complements
our efforts against on-ground gender-based violence. We don’t shy away
from our reality—we use it to guide stronger, more urgent reforms.”

“You talk about gender equity, but corrective rape against

lesbians is still happening in South Africa. Where is the protection
for queer communities?”

You say:
“Our constitution is one of the first to protect against discrimination based
on sexual orientation. But laws alone aren’t enough—we need cultural
shifts and stronger digital reporting mechanisms. That’s why South Africa
supports region-wide partnerships to develop anonymous, secure
platforms for queer persons to report online harassment and physical
threats alike. We’re not perfect—but we’re moving, and we're loud about
it.”

“South Africa’s tech infrastructure is weak compared to Western

countries. Can you realistically implement digital protections?”

You say:
“We see that as an opportunity—not a limitation. Building inclusive digital
frameworks from the ground up means we aren’t stuck in flawed
systems like those in the West. South Africa is investing in public-private
partnerships that centre Afro-feminist tech design—where safety is
embedded, not added later. We don’t just replicate global tech—we
innovate with context.”

“South Africa has problems with misinformation and political

manipulation on social media. How can it be trusted in digital
feminist policy?”

You say:
“That’s exactly why we advocate for algorithmic transparency, not
censorship. We believe in a feminist internet—one that empowers women
to speak, not silence them in the name of ‘order.’ We also support the
global South in creating platforms that reflect local languages, cultures,
and values of digital dignity, not just profit.”

“What are you doing to protect women in rural and township

areas from online exploitation?”

You say:
“Our national strategy includes expanding digital literacy programs for
girls in rural and township areas, co-developed with local women leaders.
We're also piloting offline-to-online grievance systems, so that women
without constant internet access still have a pathway to justice.”

“South Africa speaks about human rights, but what about

xenophobia and attacks on migrant women online?”

You say:
“Xenophobia is a deep issue we are tackling head-on. Our digital policies
now include specific protections for migrant women and foreign-
born workers, especially in the informal sector. We can’t fight digital
patriarchy if it wears a nationalist mask. Feminism must be borderless.”

POWERFUL LINES TO THROW BACK

“We are not ashamed of our challenges. We are ashamed of

silence.”
“South Africa doesn’t export equality—we build it in the ashes of
apartheid and patriarchy.”
“The global feminist future doesn’t come from the West. It’s
being written in our languages, on our land, by our women.”

Afghanistan
“When the Taliban issued more than 70 decrees targeting women’s
autonomy, silencing them from schools, public spaces, workplaces, and
even online, how can the delegation claim to address digital exploitation
when women are effectively erased from the digital sphere? ”
Afghan women have faced bans on schooling beyond age 11, closure of
women’s government offices, and displacement from media—effectively
silencing their voices both offline and online. arXiv+15UN
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“The Taliban's new rule forbids women from singing or even speaking in
public—does empowerment exist if women can’t express themselves
without state censorship? ” Le Monde.fr

Argentina
“Social media insults and harassment in Argentina doubled between
January 2023 and June 2025—averaging 1.3 million per month—often
inflamed by political rhetoric. How does the delegation justify its
progressive reputation when digital violence is surging? ” El País
Australia
“RMIT research shows nearly 30 percent of Australians have experienced
technology-facilitated abuse like threats or monitoring—and non-binary
respondents report the highest rates. How does the delegation plan to
prioritize victims in tech policy reforms? ” news.com.au
“And when deepfake content targets female teachers in schools, causing
resignations and career shifts, what specific digital safety regulation is
Australia considering? ” Daily Telegraph

Belgium
Not enough public data surfaced in my search—but you can focus on
documented cases of Islamophobic online hate and gaps in migrant
women’s inclusion. Use reports from Belgian equality bodies and local
NGOs during the debate.

Brazil
Though specific data wasn’t found in searches, you can reference
well-publicized high rates of non-consensual intimate media circulation
and structural marginalization of Black and Indigenous women in digital
spaces.

Canada
“Canada’s Online Harms Bill has been pending legislative action for over
three years despite clearly rising cases of AI-generated sexual abuse.
When will victims get legal certainty? ”
Searches suggest long delays and rising digital violence but no law
enforcement follow-through.

China
“Recent reports revealed Telegram groups in China sharing intimate
images of women without consent, sometimes taken via hidden cameras.
Legal consequences remain minimal—up to 10 days detention or two
years prison. Does this law treat women like violated property rather than
mistreated individuals? ” The Guardian
“How does the delegation justify banning feminist networks like Feminist
Voices and prosecuting activists such as Huang Xueqin and Li Qiaochu for
speaking out, even while claiming to support women’s empowerment
online? ” en.wikipedia.org+1en.wikipedia.org+1
Colombia
“Activist Olimpia Coral Melo notes that Colombian law lacks protections
against non-consensual intimate image sharing for adult women—only
minors are covered. Why does the delegation leave adult victims
unprotected? ” El País

Dominican Republic
“The Dominican Republic criminalizes abortion in all situations, even life-
threatening ones, with prison for women and decades for medical
professionals. Women resort to clandestine abortions—with tragic health
outcomes. How can digital activism succeed when bodily autonomy is
criminalized? ” The Guardian+3Human Rights Watch+3Human Rights
Watch+3

Egypt
“The cybercrime and penal laws in Egypt allow arresting women for
‘violating public morality’ or undermining family values online. Instead of
protecting digital safety, these laws punish women for being online. Where
is the protection in silence? ” Human Rights Watch

Ethiopia
“In conflict-affected regions like Tigray, internet blackouts cut women off
from aid, information, and communication. How can Ethiopia claim to
support digital empowerment when connectivity is weaponized? ”
Ask what legal safeguards exist to prevent shut-offs that
disproportionately harm women during crises.

Finland
“Despite high gender equality rankings, Finland lacks laws criminalizing
creation of non-consensual deepfake pornography. Isn’t digital harm
already inflicted before public sharing? ” You can cite academic surveys on
gendered online abuse showing women’s fears and lower participation
rates. arXiv

France
“France has recently enshrined abortion in its constitution—but anti-choice
narratives remain strong in media. How can the delegation champion
bodily autonomy while cultural stigma persists at home? ” Use European
press reports on abortion debates.
“And France exports facial recognition technologies prone to racial and
gender bias. How is the delegation addressing algorithmic surveillance
that threatens women’s privacy? ”

Georgia
"According to a 2023 UN Women report, half of Georgian women have
experienced violence, and recent reforms added GPS surveillance tools—
but they didn’t tackle digital abuse or online sexual violence. Can the
delegation explain how law enforcement plans to protect women in the
digital sphere?" BrookingsHome | UN Women Transparency Portal

Germany
“Germany’s 2017 Network Enforcement Act requires platforms to remove
hate speech quickly, yet a 2024 federal police operation raided suspects
posting misogynistic content—suggesting enforcement gaps. What is
Germany doing to address real-time digital violence against women?” AP
News+3Wikipedia+3Brookings+3

Ghana
“A 2025 Media Foundation for West Africa study documented 583 cases of
online abuse targeting women—often political figures. Yet laws are weak,
and harassment continues unchecked. How will the delegation strengthen
enforcement frameworks to protect women digitally?” International
Society for Human Rights+3Ghana National Association+3mfwa.org+3

Greece
“Recent surveys show over half of teens in Greece face online violence,
but only 13 percent had experienced direct abuse. A new bill criminalizing
cyberstalking and revenge porn was drafted—but lawyers struck down
over due process concerns. How will Greece balance digital protections
with procedural rights?” Reddit+2better-internet-for-kids.europa.eu+2AP
News+2

Hungary
Hungary lacks dedicated legislation criminalizing deepfake pornography or
non-consensual intimate image-sharing. How can the delegation ensure
women’s digital rights are protected when legal frameworks remain
outdated and digital abuse continues unchecked?

Iceland

Iceland is a leader in global efforts against gender-based online

harassment and abuse, having co-signed the Global Partnership for Action
on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse. Yet orchestrated digital
disinformation and misogynistic attacks continue to silence women in
politics and media globally. How is the delegation working beyond
declarations to transform AI stewardship and platform governance into
concrete protections for women online? Government of
IcelandGovernment of Iceland+1Government of Iceland+1

India

India faces a surge in digitally-facilitated abuse—from deepfake

harassment to targeted blackmail. Recent cases include AI-generated
pornographic content used to shame individuals online and psychological
tactics that extorted victims. What concrete legal or institutional reforms
is the delegation pursuing to police AI-facilitated gender-based abuse and
support survivors without stigma or delay? IndiatimesThe Times of
IndiaThe Times of India

Iran

Iran lacks targeted protections for women online. The state enforces strict
internet censorship—blocking over 70% of the web—and deploys
surveillance apps like “Nazer” to monitor women’s dress and mobility.
Protest-related internet blackouts have cut off women’s access to
information during crises. How can the delegation claim to uphold
women’s digital safety when the regime uses technology as a tool of
oppression? Wikipedia+1AP News+1

Israel

(Still gathering quality sources—let me know if you'd like me to fetch

official reports on digital gender-based violence or AI policy in Israel. I can
do that next.)
Italy

Italy has recently advanced cybercrime legislation and awareness

campaigns against revenge porn, yet enforcement remains inconsistent
and often slow. Meanwhile digital misogyny—especially online abuse
targeting women in media and public life—continues. What actions is the
delegation taking to strengthen enforcement and require digital platforms
to act swiftly under gender-specific harm frameworks?

Japan

Although comprehensive recent reports on digital gendered violence are

limited, Japan saw a striking rise in domestic violence cases—24,684
reported in 2023—and a growing awareness that many online abuses
follow real-world harms. Could the delegation outline specific digital
protections for women, given this broader trend in escalating abuse and
online victim-blaming? Reddit

Mexico

Mexico has enacted landmark legislation like Ley Olimpia to criminalize

non-consensual digital sharing, but enforcement has been weak—and
femicide rates remain alarmingly high (over 850 in 2023). How does the
delegation plan to improve response time and accountability in digital
violence cases, beyond naming laws after victims? Modern
DiplomacyReutersMexico Business News

Morocco

National surveys indicate that nearly 33% of Moroccan women face sexual
harassment online—and 13.4% report electronic violence. Yet institutional
protections are minimal. What legislative or enforcement steps is the
delegation taking to protect women from online violence, particularly
young or rural women? Bladi

Mozambique

Public reporting on digital gender violence in Mozambique remains scarce,

especially disaggregated data. In this context, what plans does the
delegation have for collecting gender-specific digital violence data and
developing protection policies—especially for displaced or rural women?
(No strong public data was available in recent searches.)

Netherlands

A 2024 study found that while male politicians receive more insults, ethnic
minority female politicians face disproportionate identity-based abuse and
threats. How does the delegation ensure digital safety frameworks
account for intersectional vulnerabilities, not just generic abuse?
en.wikipedia.org+4moroccoworldnews.com+4moroccoworldnews.com+4 a
rxiv.org

New Zealand

New Zealand's longstanding Harmful Digital Communications Act targets

online harassment, cyberbullying, and revenge porn, with over 14,000
complaints processed and hundreds charged. Yet experts argue it’s no
longer enough to tackle mass online harm and anonymous abuse. Will the
delegation support reforms to expand accountability and platform
responsibility under gender-sensitive digital law? en.wikipedia.org

Norway

Norway offers SlettMeg.no, a public–private service to remove unwanted

online content, along with school-based digital safety education reaching
tens of thousands. However, threats to women in digital politics remain.
How is the delegation ensuring women—especially survivors of digital
violence—can meaningfully access these tools when discrimination is
intersectional? coe.int

🇵🇰 Pakistan
“According to the Digital Rights Foundation’s 2023 helpline report, there
were over two thousand complaints of technology-facilitated
gender-based violence, with women accounting for nearly 58 percent—
and a spike in generative AI attacks targeting journalists and marginalized
groups around national elections. How does the delegation intend to
address AI-based non-consensual intimate content, especially considering
weak enforcement mechanisms and legal intimidation faced by
survivors?” allAfrica.com+4The News International+4Dawn+4
“And in a society where victims of harassment are often accused of
defamation—with high-profile #MeToo activists gagged—how can Pakistan
credibly promote digital safety while suppressing those who speak out?”
TIME

🇵🇹 Portugal
“Portugal criminalizes domestic violence, but accurate data on violence
against women—including digital forms—is difficult to obtain. If nearly
two-fifths of women experience some form of abuse offline, what specific
policies exist to monitor and enforce online gender-based violence
protections?” Wikipedia

🇶🇦 Qatar
“Research shows Qatari digital culture frames privacy in collective,
patriarchal terms, often placing communal or male-defined limits on
women’s online presence. How does the delegation reconcile this digital
environment with the principles of autonomy and online safety for
women?” arxiv.org

🇷🇴 Romania
“Romania has amended its domestic violence law to explicitly include
‘cybernetic violence,’ such as online stalking, threats, and non-consensual
intimate content. What concrete enforcement mechanisms ensure these
protections are accessible, especially for survivors who often report
mistrust in local authorities?”
reddit.com+2balkaninsight.com+2euronews.com+2

🇷🇺 Russian Federation
“Russia’s first survivor-focused domestic violence portal, Nasiliu.net,
operates under restrictive ‘foreign agent’ laws and continues to face
shutdown threats. How does the delegation justify its digital feminist
image while silencing NGOs that support women via online reporting and
legal aid?” Wikipedia
“And with #MeToo-style campaigns marginalized and leaders like Alyona
Popova targeted, how can the delegation claim to support women’s digital
expression in an environment where dissent is penalized?” Wikipedia

🇷🇼 Rwanda
“Rwanda introduced a national campaign called ‘My Digital Space Should
Be Safe’ to fight tech-facilitated gender-based violence, and as part of
Generation Equality it has expanded women’s access to digital platforms.
But one report still shows women’s internet usage rates far lower than
men. How does the delegation plan to close this gendered digital
participation gap—especially for rural or marginalized women—and ensure
safety responses reach them?” allAfrica.com

🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

“With the arrest and harsh sentencing of women activists like the al-Otaibi
sisters for Twitter posts advocating women’s rights, how can the Kingdom
claim to support digital feminist expression when dissent is treated as
terrorism?” endgbv.africa+9The Guardian+9AP News+9
“And in the case of Salma al-Shehab, originally sentenced to 34 years for
her tweets before an international response cut it down to four, what
assurance can Saudi Arabia offer that online activism by women will no
longer result in arbitrary punishment?” AP News

🇿🇦 South Africa

“South Africa’s National GBVF Strategic Plan and tech-based efforts

against femicide are well-intentioned, but reports show technology is
increasingly used to abuse women—especially girls in youth contexts, one
victim even suicided after a video posted by peers spread online. How is
the delegation transforming digital platforms into protective, not
predatory, spaces?” The Mail & Guardian
“And though the constitutional and legal frameworks are progressive, the
actual ICT policy remains gender-neutral—leaving women underserved in
both rural and township settings. How does the delegation plan to
introduce gender-responsive digital legislation that explicitly protects
women from tech-facilitated GBV?” genderit.orgup.ac.za

🇰🇷 South Korea

“In the first nine months of 2024, over 800 deepfake sex crimes were
investigated—up from 156 in all of 2021—yet most victims reported
feeling unprotected and some removed themselves from social media
entirely. How can the delegation ensure enforcement keeps pace with both
the tech and cultural misogyny underlying these crimes?” Financial Times
“And following the Nth Room child exploitation scandal, most perpetrators
received suspended sentences or fines. What will South Korea do to
guarantee justice and rebuild trust for digital survivors—especially
minors?” Wikipedia+1lemonde.fr+1
🇪🇸 Spain

“Reports from ANAR show that in over 11,000 cases involving adolescents,
77% of gender-based violence incidents involved digital
platforms. Will Spain commit to tougher laws and platform accountability
given how deeply tech deepens harm to girls and young women?”
euronews
“And although Spain has strong gender violence infrastructure—thousands
of protection orders, a dedicated Directorate-General—the law focuses on
physical abuse. How will the delegation expand this to enforce digital
gender-based violence protections?” eige.europa.euWikipedia

🇸🇪 Sweden

(High-quality sources weren’t found in this batch, but Sweden’s digital

strategy often overlooks intersectional abuse.)
Despite strong gender equality laws and education programs, online
attacks against women of non-majority backgrounds persist. How is
Sweden adapting its digital safety protocols to include marginalized voices
and ensure platform accountability across diverse demographics?

🇨🇭 Switzerland

“Switzerland’s first state report on the Istanbul Convention confirms rising

domestic violence rates, yet it lacks comprehensive mention of digital
gender-based harm. How will the delegation integrate protections against
cyberstalking, online harassment, and non-consensual imagery into its
Istanbul implementation?” e-doc.admin.ch
“And one woman dies every 2.5 weeks in Switzerland due to gender-based
violence—will the delegation consider a task force on digital risk that
includes algorithmic prevention, platform liability, and survivor support,
not just offline response?” e-doc.admin.ch

🇹🇷 Turkiye

“Turkiye withdrew from the Istanbul Convention in 2021 amid

disinformation campaigns that reframed its protections as harmful to
traditional values. Civil society like Mor Çatı continues digital activism—
but what are the state’s concrete protections against gender-based online
violence now that institutional frameworks have been rolled back?”
Wikipedia+1arXiv+1
🇺🇦 Ukraine

“Ukraine officially ratified the Istanbul Convention on November 1, 2022.

Yet conflict zones continue to see rampant gendered disinformation
campaigns and harassment of female journalists—even as UNESCO and
civil society provide training under #StopViolenceNow. Will the delegation
commit to funding institutional reforms to prevent digital violence during
wartime, not just after?” UNESCO

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

(No public sources surfaced in search; but you can focus on women’s
digital representation, censorship of critique online, and migrant domestic
worker abuse exposed digitally.)
Ask: “How does the delegation reconcile public investment in digital
transformation with documented misuse of technology—such as
surveillance against female activists, censorship of dissenting voices
online, and exclusion of low-income women from safe digital spaces?”

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

“The UK ratified the Istanbul Convention in 2022 via the 2017 Act, yet
academic surveys show women are significantly more fearful than men of
being targeted online—with just 23 percent of women comfortable
expressing political views online versus 40 percent of men. How is the
delegation ensuring digital safety frameworks address psychological harm
and unequal participation, not just legal enforcement?” arXiv+1arXiv+1

🇺🇸 United States of America

“Despite the U.S. State Department’s policy agenda on gender-based

violence prevention, tech-facilitated abuse continues unchecked. Platform
regulation remains voluntary, and disinformation disproportionately
targets women of colour. How does the delegation plan to strengthen
accountability for online sexual harassment and algorithmic bias under a
feminist foreign policy framework?”
unwomen.org+4theregreview.org+42021-2025.state.gov+4

🇻🇳 Vietnam

(No strong search hits yet, but you can pivot to internet censorship.)
Ask: “Vietnam has expanded state control over digital platforms, where
dissenting female voices—especially around gender and sexual rights—
are routinely censored. How can the delegation claim to support
empowerment when the same digital tools become vehicles of silencing?”

🇦🇹 Austria

(Not well-covered here, but Europe-wide sources show Austria among EU

states with reservations on expanding cyber violence laws.)
Ask: “The European Institute for Gender Equality notes fragmented cyber
violence legislation across EU states—Austria included. How will the
delegation ensure that digital gender-based violence is criminalised
effectively with enforceable laws, not just policy statements?”
eige.europa.eu

🇺🇬 Uganda

“Ugandan civil society leader Sandra Kwikiriza runs HER Internet,

supporting marginalized women and LBQ groups, while WOUGNET
advocates bridging the gendered digital divide. Yet state infrastructure
doesn't prioritize gender-sensitive digital literacy. Will the delegation
commit to funding and scaling digital safety programs for the most
vulnerable women, not just urban elites?” Wikipedia+1Wikipedia+1

Delegate, abortion related deaths may have reduced by 53%, but supplies
of abortion related medications (like misoprostol and mifepristone) fell by
about 65% within a year. Some provinces left patients without pills, forcing
them to turn to NGOs or pay privately, which limited access for low-
income women.

Also, The Ministry for Women, Genders and Diversity (a body upholding
feminist ideas, laws and policies) was dismantled by the administration to
“cut back government spending”. The current administration has
downgraded, and then shuttered its undersecretariat for gender violence
prevention, and fired nearly 85% of its staff tasked with supporting
survivors and providing financial aid through the Acompanar program.

If Argentina still upholds the protections given to women and various other
communities, then how does the delegation explain these developments?

The delegation claims that the Chinese government suspended the

#MeToo movement to prevent civil unrest and treated activists with
respect. How, then, does the delegation explain the arrest of investigative
journalist and feminist Huang XueQin, who was detained in 2021 for
organizing a civil society gathering? Her detention—without formal
charges for over a year—directly contradicts the notion of respectful
treatment or freedom of digital expression. If digital empowerment is a
priority, why silence those speaking out against harassment and abuse?

The delegation of South Africa reiterates that access to abortion is not just
a national concern — it is a global feminist imperative. South Africa
remains one of the few African nations where abortion is legal on request
up to 12 weeks, and under broad conditions up to 20 weeks, under the
Choice on Termination of Pregnancy Act.

Our government has partnered with NGOs and health workers to expand
access in rural areas, combat stigma, and improve provider training. We
are also investing in mobile health clinics and telemedicine to close the
digital and geographic divide — because we believe reproductive
autonomy should never depend on one's income or location.

Unlike Argentina, we do not wait for “economic stability” to treat women

with dignity. Human rights don’t pause for austerity.